Medieval Games, Kersey Cloth. Have I found a Dagger tip? Come

Come #mudlarking with me on the historic, mysterious, tidal River Thames in London. I'm a licensed River Thames London Mudlark, and a member of the Society of Thames Mudlarks and Antiquarians. Searching the River Thames at low tide, I'll show you evidence of the way people lived and enjoyed themselves in London.
Today we're checking out the mediaevil to 18th century blood sport of cock-throwing, a cloth called kersey, and have I found a medieval dagger tip? We're little metal finds heavy today, some mystery ones too, and a welcome return to a typical Tudor find that I haven't seen for a while.
Without further ado, strap on your virtual kneepads, grab your virtual archaeologists' trowel, and come mudlarking with me at low tide in London.
⚠️ 🚨 You must have a valid PLA permit to search the River Thames foreshore. Permits are obtainable from the Port of London Authority, although a waiting list may apply. 🚨 ⚠️

[@merahertel6256]

Lovely. All very special little finds. Except that little chicken. Sad story on him. But I always enjoy the history, and more so your calming voice, the river, and the beauty of larking. Thanks Marie. 🤗

[@lovelyskull3483]

Marie you locate the most incredible finds. A great history lesson. Once again thank you so much.

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Thanks Skully, appreciate it!

[@EllenPetersson-zs8wc]

Those monypots are beautiful!! Love the green color.

[@DeanUSAman]

Cheers 🍻 on your finds young Lady! 🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧

[@eba44]

💚💛💚💛

[@missycostello9224]

Great job! I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for your hard work 👍🫶🏻

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Hey Missy, thank you! So glad you're enjoying them!

[@dawnnaylor7064]

Love your videos I’m so happy you’re making them again ❤

[@tessacoulson6854]

Interesting Marie. Loved the cloth seal & the lead Cockerell.

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Thanks Tessa! It's a cutie, isn't it?

[@charlesperez9976]

This is a fascinating video. I commented on the Patreon about the cock-shy. I still wonder about your little lead figure! Between your impeccable knowledge and the equally impeccable knowledge of the expert with whom you contacted,it seems to be still up in the air! So mysterious! The dagger tip is downright nefarious,I have a dagger,needing a handle,never bothered to make one for it,due to aforementioned nefariousness. I am obsessed with the Tudor coin boxes. Oh if only Icould find even a tiny sherd of that green pottery! BTW,I may be in the works for going to London in March,before the permit ends,April is not available,I bet it’s rather cold and rainy at that time of year,but I don’t care! It was -22 c over here recently!

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

It is indeed still in the air for now, but the general consensus, led by the PAS records, is that it's probably a shy-cock. It might also be an incomplete pipe tamper too! So we have a new contender. I will update you when I know more. I'm sure you'll find some Tudor Green next time, I feel it in me bones! Oh my gaaaaahd minus 22?? Yes it's rainy and cold here but record atm is -4...in Scotland.

[@EllenPetersson-zs8wc]

3:12 a little Portugal thing

[@bonnerdebbie]

Great video, wonderful finds. Thanks Marie.

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Thanks Debbie! I appreciate that!

[@annettefournier9655]

😱 poor Cockrells.😢

[@Theoobovril]

That is a really nice 17th century cloth seal you found, "M"...

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Thanks Theo, I love it!

[@FindsByPirjo]

Hi Marie, these videos keep me going till next time. The lead seal is a wonderful find, till on my list to be found. I have part of lead seals but no markings on them. Hope to see you end of March/beg. April! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Hey Pirjo! Great to hear from you. Will see you when you get here, when hopefully the weather will be on the turn for the better.

[@tomlord8814]

I'd rather shy at a coconut than a cockerel any day!

[@lisamarie6611]

exactly 100 I'm a true larker :)

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Haha! TRUE 100!

[@sallywatton2580]

I was in London last weekend and was longing to mudlark but don't have a permit 😢

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Ahh that's a shame Sally, I'm sorry to hear it! I hope you have put yourself on the PLA list?

[@mctasty6094]

Cockerl....French

[@lisascenic]

I had to fast forward past your gruesome description of animal cruelty. May next time offer a warning and a time to skip ahead to. Otherwise, a very interesting video with some fascinating finds.

[@OLDFATHERTHAMES]

Hi Lisa, ah, good point, I'm sorry about that. I should have been more thoughtful! Best, Marie .